2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | CL | F430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |